Zaxby's

4560 Jimmy Lee Smith Pkwy, Hiram, GA 30141

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: May 4, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Zaxby's five times, with records going back to 2024. On May 4, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “personal cleanliness” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Hiram restaurant scores 91. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 4, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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12B - personal cleanliness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee wearing watch while preparing food in main kitchen area. CA: Jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. COS: Employee removed watch.

511-6-1.03(5)(g)

Nov 3, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed utensils and food debris in hand washing sink. CA: A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS: PIC removed utensils and food from handwashing sink.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

May 12, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

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15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken wings on floor in walk in cooler. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. COS: PIC will have walk in cooler cleaned.

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed facility not displaying current inspection report. CA: The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times. COS: PIC will post current inspection report.

511-6-1.02(1)(d)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee water bottle in kitchen area. CA: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products and electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. COS: PIC threw out employee water bottle.

511-6-1.07(4)(b)

Nov 15, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed TCS food items (lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, asian slaw) on prep top cooler holding at a temperature greater than 41F. CA: PIC stated items had been on cooler less than 4 hours therefore moved to walk in cooler to rapidly cool. PIC notified internal thermometer reading at 60F & not to use unit until repaired.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed TCS items (tomatoes, shredded cheese) on prep top cooler holding at a temperature greater than 41F. CA: PIC stated items had been on unit less than 4 hours, therefore moved to walk in cooler to rapidly cool.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

12B - personal cleanliness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee wearing watch while preparing chicken wings in main kitchen area. CA: PIC had employee remove watch.

511-6-1.03(5)(g)

May 17, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed inner slide guide of bulk ice maker not cleaned at a frequency to render it clean to sight and touch. CA: PIC indicates cooler will be emptied and properly cleaned and sanitized. Observed mixing spoons for flavored tea being stored in room temp. water. CA: Manager to leave spoons out and wash every 4 hrs. until another method is approved.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed in-use utensils not stored with the handle above the top of the food and the container (Ice scoop and flour scoop). CA: Scoops were stored properly.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Zaxby's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Zaxby's on file is from May 4, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Zaxby's?

Across the inspection record, “personal cleanliness” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Zaxby's.

How does Zaxby's compare to other restaurants in Hiram?

Zaxby's most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Hiram average of 91.

Has Zaxby's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Zaxby's have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Zaxby's means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Zaxby's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Zaxby's is inspected around three times per year on average.

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